This week, I think it is important to state that if you get a phone call from a governmental authority or a insurance company, attempt to keep the conversation pleasant. … Continued

When I talk with senior residents about their employment contracts, their number one concern is invariably, what they are getting paid. There are many parts to an employment contract. What … Continued

Plumbers can be partners in business with pool builders. Flooring people can be partners with painters. However, physicians, in most states, may not be partners with non-physicians in a medical … Continued

I am often astounded when physicians and other healthcare providers tell me that they routinely ignore record requests. No need for any attorneys they say. They start digging the hole … Continued

Wake up! It is now 2020. Run, do not walk, to your office, facility, clinic or hospital, and check the dates on ALL of your samples, medications, syringes, sterile gauze, … Continued

Is your present practice model legal? If the other medical professionals that work for you are legitimate employees, they may be compensated on a percentage basis. A written employment contract … Continued

When leaving your current job, you should have your employment contract reviewed by a healthcare attorney to know that you can and cannot do. Often, there is a restrictive covenant … Continued

Here is an end of year checklist for you: Make sure your license registration is up to date. Check to see if any required continuing education hours are completed. Do … Continued

Many physicians perform IMEs. In some cases, physicians make a good percentage of their income from them. Make no mistake, although the examinees are not your patients, they can make … Continued

The HHS has just released an article on Appropriate Dosage Reduction or Discontinuation of Long-Term Opioid Analgesics. This “advice” is meant for all practitioners involved with the care and treatment … Continued